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NJ United Mixed Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 106 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Totowa, New Jersey
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule njunitedmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 973-638-1570
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7–8 am, 10–11 am, 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–1 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 7–8 am, 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 10–11 am, 5–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“I feel like I have a better starting foundational knowledge than when I went to other BJJ gyms in the North Jersey area.”
“My son has been in the little ninjas class since April.”
“Whether it’s simply to stay in shape or to become a competitor, NJ United provides a great environment to reach your goals.”
“Jay is very nice, never trained with him personally but heard lot of good things about him.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether it’s in Jiu Jitsu or Muay Thai, you will always receive high quality training from instructors who have competed professionally at high levels.”
“All in all the best MMA gym I have ever been to and very nice people.”
What members say
“Gio is a great instructor—his technical knowledge and eye for detail helped me refine my technique in ways that will stick with me long after this visit.”
“The instructors are amazing, the service is excellent, and the atmosphere is very humble and welcoming.”
“The culture is more like a family, where every student wants to help each other grow (and that is direct reflection of the trainers attitude and commitment).”
“Gio is a great instructor—his technical knowledge and eye for detail helped me refine my technique in ways that will stick with me long after this visit.”
“Whether it’s in Jiu Jitsu or Muay Thai, you will always receive high quality training from instructors who have competed professionally at high levels.”
“Gio’s Muay Thai sessions are great and Mike’s BJJ 101 classes are the best, worth every penny.”
From the reviews
Excellent instructors, both morning and Sunday classes, haven't had a chance yet to go to afternoon weekday classes yet but they have the same instructor as the Sunday classes so I have confidence they'll be great!
I have been training at NJ United for over 3 years and honestly it is the best decision I have ever made in terms of fitness. They are absolutely the best gym with great coaches that care about you as much as your training.
I was visiting from Wisconsin and had the opportunity to drop in for the Muay Thai classes—what a great experience! From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed into a supportive and friendly environment. The culture here is top-notch, with a great group of people.
This is one of the best martial arts school I’ve attended in NJ. This is my 3rd week and I have nothing but positives to mention. Jay (owner) coaches bjj himself. Unlike other schools, he monitors you when you’re working and practicing moves. He corrects and explains you if you’re making mistakes.
New to BJJ? Start at NJ United Mixed Martial Arts
NJ United Mixed Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at NJ United Mixed Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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